Scrap-a-ganza Holland

[DawnS]

This thread has been automatically created, because the original thread had over 250 posts.

The original thread was located HERE (http://www.ukscrappers.co.uk/boards/showthread.php?t=219309).

The first post was....

Looks like a new forum for us all to chat,like the idea of a place just for the sneak peaks that is good.

Please feel free to carry on......

[MJ]

Just book marking

[DawnS]

Claire their probably won't be a sneak peak of Lidas it is an acrylic travel album. She does not normally do sneak peaks, just her teaching style is a big pull for her classes. She does lovely projects.

[alison1544]

bookmarking :):

[crafty pants]

bookmarking too!!

[chocolate_ee]

Ditto !

[amcmen]

I have done several of Lida's class - usually 'blind' but have not been disappointed by any of them - she's very talented and a good teacher!

Anna x

[MrsH]

Oooh that's lucky - I've booked Lida's On The Road Again class! Booked it as I liked the sound of the class and haven't been brave enough to tackle an acrylic album before!

Can't believe that in a months time it will all be over (although we'll all be making everyone jealous at the crops we go to :) )

[Rain]

then people will be dead jealous but sick of hearing about it too!

[fuzzy bear]

I would have liked a sneak peek of Lida's too but am trusting everyone who says her classes are fab
pauline

[CarolynUK]

You won't be disappointed Pauline - her classes are great!

[pange]

well i have booked it but i didnt realise it was acrylic so thats a bonus.i am beginning to get excited now its looming so near

[DawnS]

If you were not keen on the 2 scoops papers Kb has posted instructions how to cut other papers.http://karenburniston.typepad.com/i_am_not_lefthanded/2008/05/architecture-cl.html

[Rain]

one of my ladies at my crop today had the MM tote in green so I had to try it on for size!!;)

I did have my money saved up for stash shopping but we were burgled last night and my handbag was stolen and I lost £180 ( I know I shouldn't have that amount on me! hindsight is a wonderful thing) so I won't be doing too much shopping now - if any.

[Princessfiona]

Thats awful Lorraine!!

[Ellesea]

Thanks for posting the link, Dawn. I'm actually happy with the paper choice, but the information is very useful all the same.

[DawnS]

one of my ladies at my crop today had the MM tote in green so I had to try it on for size!!;)

I did have my money saved up for stash shopping but we were burgled last night and my handbag was stolen and I lost £180 ( I know I shouldn't have that amount on me! hindsight is a wonderful thing) so I won't be doing too much shopping now - if any.


Sorry to hear that Lorraine, are you not covered by your house insurance, I know it normally covers personal money.
Worth checking.

[Rain]

I know when I was running around the house at 6am this morning to see what else has been stolen I did check for my passport!!! So at least I can still get there!

[Rain]

Sorry to hear that Lorraine, are you not covered by your house insurance, I know it normally covers personal money.
Worth checking.

we have to wait until monday morning to check what we can claim for etc...
we already have a list - tv ( how can someone walk away witha 32" tv!), iPod, iTouch, sunglasses, purse, etc.....

[maggiemae]

Lorraine sorry to hear that. How awful :(
I hope you manage to get your stash shopping money back via your insurance. Will keep my fingers crossed for you.

[Ellesea]

Terrible news Lorraine. Hope everything sorts itself out quickly.

[MJ]

Lorraine hope you get the money back hun, its an awful feeling when someone comes into your home and does something like this.

[michelleg]

Hi Lorraine,

That is just rotten!

We were broken in to 17 months ago now and they took everything - and what they didn't take... they destroyed!

Your insurance should cover monies in the home and things like that. I think that we had cover in ours up to £500. They pinched the kids money boxes... how bad hey!

The worst thing isn't what they took - its the fact that someone has beeen in you home.. through your things... you feel violated.

You are quite lucky our burgurlars took passports, car docs, driving licences (the paper bit), bills etc... the cheeky sods then claimed for credit and such like in our name!!!!

They have never been caught and the police had told us that we were very unlikly to ever get anything back - the night that it happened!

I hope that it gets sorted for you real soon!

Mi x

[Rain]

thanks for the messages ladies, the police have just come to take a statement, they seem to know the gangs of little s***s that do this.

We have notified the phone people, banks, house insurance etc.... Just all the paperwork to do and reciepts to find.

Apparently another house a few doors up from ours was done too.

I think a glass or two of wine is needed tonight!

[crafty pants]

So sorry to hear the bad news Lorraine.
Hope the police get those responsible and that the insurance pulls through for you.

[chocolate_ee]

Know that feeling Lorraine - you poor thing. We've been burgled twice - last time whilst we were sleeping and they took our video camera with all of our first son's baby videos still in the tape in the camera. I've never really been able to get over that.

[geckogirl]

Just caught up with the postings ..... how awful for you, Lorraine. Fortunately I've never experienced being burgled (just pick-pocketed!). I can imagine how bad it must leave you feeling. I hope you at least get properly compensated by your insurance company.:unsure:

[pange]

i have just been to get some euros ready for going gosh the pound is poor. i expected to get a bad exchange but it was worse than i expected. i suppose it will put me off spending too much lol. ive done travel insurance today as well so im getting ready.i like to be prepared with that sort off thing so its not forgotton

[MrsH]

That's very organised Angela! I'm planning on getting money out from the cash machine as Schipol. Will be taking DH's Euros too - he does a fair bit of travelling so he should have a bit I can spend for him :)

Someone posted on the other thread that the tools list per class (and photos) is on the main SAG website (need to go into Registration area, View/Edit Classes then tools list).

Not all the classes tools lists are up yet, but quite a few are. Need to sort out photos for a couple of classes so hopefully get that done in the next week or so.

[DawnS]

I have some euros from my trip to Amsterdam.
The exchange rate is rubbish compared to last year, glad it is a free bar.

[pange]

well i decided what ive got will be it . i have started to look at the tool kits to see if there is anything i need got the foam squares and tape very cheap yesterday. i need such alot off photos i cant see it happening. i used my old aps to get a couple off 10x4 for one class thinking it would life easy and they messed up the developing so now ive some weird size photos but they are doing the 10x4 s free now[so they should] so that ones done.

[Smelly]

Had a splurg this week and made my name badge and free gift book. Just need to make a planner and i am done.

Off to see what tools i need now

[crafty pants]

Ah what a nice to reply in a normal thread!! Forgotten what they looked like since the creation of the social groups!!

Sarah you are on the ball! I have made my 28LOs for the swap I am in but not done anything else. Well that's not exactly true, I cut up the free gift for my challenge piece but have only halfway completed what I had in mind.
The rate I am going my name badge will be a white sticky address label with my name written in felt pen :ph34r: :lol:

I am so excited!! Not long now. Is your mum excited Sarah?

[Princessfiona]

I havnt had time to even think about my name badge..

[DawnS]

Iam trying to think how to make a name badge with the Art dollz with a kilt on, but not a clue where to stick the name???
Any Ideas?

[pange]

no comment lol .i hadnt give a name badge a thought

[Smelly]

Ah what a nice to reply in a normal thread!! Forgotten what they looked like since the creation of the social groups!!

Sarah you are on the ball! I have made my 28LOs for the swap I am in but not done anything else. Well that's not exactly true, I cut up the free gift for my challenge piece but have only halfway completed what I had in mind.
The rate I am going my name badge will be a white sticky address label with my name written in felt pen :ph34r: :lol:

I am so excited!! Not long now. Is your mum excited Sarah?

Yes Sharon, we are both excited now that we have time to sit and play and think about what we are doing.

I dont know if this has been mentioned anywhere but the Teresa Collins moment in time tool list does not mention photo's but if you go into class description it does mention what photo's you need. You need 1 5 x7 vertical (portrait) and 3 x wallet vertical (portrait). As the kit is black and pink i am going for B & W pics

[Smelly]

Iam trying to think how to make a name badge with the Art dollz with a kilt on, but not a clue where to stick the name???
Any Ideas?

Polite answer:-Is it still going to be on the CD Dawn. Could you stick it around the outside.

I will keep my not so polite answer to myself:P

[DawnS]

That is weird replied yesterday, no it will be just the art doll I think I have an idea now.
Did everyone else get mail from the Netherlands with their class room numbers & tool list, making it more real now.
Not long now.

[crafty pants]

I haven't got an email from SAGA Dawn ??? :(

[Princessfiona]

Iam trying to think how to make a name badge with the Art dollz with a kilt on, but not a clue where to stick the name???
Any Ideas?

:rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:

[Princessfiona]

I got an actual letter just now through the post:)

[Ellesea]

I haven't got an email from SAGA Dawn ??? :(

Its a letter. I received mine today.

[maggiemae]

Got my letter today too - it does seem more real now :)
Maybe I better think about getting organised then! :D

[crafty pants]

Yes, I have got it too.
All excited now!!!! well not that I have ever been not excited :blink: :lol:

[DawnS]

See you did get mail then Sharon, you are definitely Susan from Despearate Housewifes:D.

It has come round so quick, think i had better sort out my bag & tools.

[chocolate_ee]

AW - no letter here !
But I did get an email from Patricia at SAG saying ...Claire - why have you not booked any classes ?.... and I nearly died !!!
Turned out I had registered ( although not booked) for the Stratford SAG as well as the Holland SAG and they thought I hadn't booked any classes for Stratford ( which I hadn't ) and were wondering why !! Hope that makes sense !! Anyway I had a minor panic but it's all sorted now and I've explained that I'm only going to the Holland one . Phew !

[crafty pants]

See you did get mail then Sharon, you are definitely Susan from Despearate Housewifes:D.

It has come round so quick, think i had better sort out my bag & tools.

In my defence I went up to caravan last night to drop stuff off for people staying this week and then left again at 10.30am, 2 hour drive home......I never even checked today's mail when I came in. ;)
But you are right I am most definitely still a Susan as I didn't read your message right and thought you meant e-mail. :lol: What a numpty I can be :blink:

I am same as you, I too haven't started laying stuff out!

[Rain]

I got my letter too. It has alot more deatils for CD DIY play class - LOTS of pics and journalling too! All in less than 2 weeks! Better start getting sorted.

I found out today that the burglers also stole my Karen Foster tote with Fancy pants stamps & chipboard in! They obviuosly thought it was a laptop. I'm so annoyed as they will just ditch it.

[Smelly]

I got my letter today as well:)

I nearly died with the cd description, 25 stories and associated pictures. I dont know to go with just one theme for the whole album. Mine would obviously be my boys but what if it turns out very girly. Decisions

[DawnS]

What about a holiday album?
I do feel for you Sarah, but it could be manageable.
Maybe try having at least 12 photos for definite you can use.

Must get my act together & get my photos & tools sorted out & spend less time doing the garden.

[geckogirl]

Hi all, got my letter yesterday too. Shocked that I had to come up with 25 memories as well as photos for CD's album track. At least it will give me lots to mull over for the next few days. I think I'd better order another ink online too ..... don't want it to run out before I've printed all that I need. I might have some printed elsewhere, but a lot of them are odd sizes and need printed off at home. I've gone from not planning on taking any photos to having to take loads (CD's DIY, Arch-i-tecture, Doodling for Dummies, On The Road Again and Spice Girls!) I was going to try to make a planner but will put that on hold now and just concentrate on getting the photos ready. :wacko:

[WeeHaggis]

I'm glad you lot posted about the class descriptions in the letter - because I hadn't bothered to read it :o

Gosh - my put thinking cap on to put together 25 memories :P

[Rain]

I know 25 photos for CD's class and another 26 for On The Road AGain!!!!


Alison - COstco photo printing is very cheap and they do big sizes too. I'm getting mine done there it's quicker.

[sugar almond]

Hi all,

The 25 photos is getting me too. It's like arghhhhhh! brain ache with all this thinking:lol::lol: Really looking forward to the album track though.

[Spooky]

got my letter yesterday... and current trawling the 2007 photos for the donna downey class... getting there.

Just printed out my 4x10 photos for the architecture class with Karen Burniston... just working my way through the other photos needed for the classes.

OH is heading to Asda tomorrow to sort out printing out the photos he took at a close uni mate's wedding last weekend. So I might as well get 150 of them sorted (we need 20 a month!!) so its the cheapest rate for the 6x4 (the size I usually scrap anyway... no size has been given so I figured go with the size I usually scrap...). Getting there, at least the manic flat tidy isn't needed as I don't have a sister descent mid week ... but will still be tidying up and sorting out my kit (its getting put in fruit box as I come across it ready to pack in hold luggage...).

Can't wait to be in the foreign flat land ... really looking forward to staying by the dunes in the YH on the thursday night and being back in Hema's stationary section (... which I get to visit on the way to the YH as that's where the bus stops!).

Caz

[scrapnanny]

I went into panic mode when I realised all those photo's. I decided on Holidays, got all the old pics out spread them all over the lounge 3 days ago and they are still there, it's daunting, I wish I had not started. I have realised I take naff photo's. I think a scanning and cropping session is the order of the day. I am so exited now. Once this is done I am nearly ready. I plan on finishing by Sunday so I am not panicing at the end. I haven't even checked my passport yet.

[chocolate_ee]

My letter was here all the time - just buried under a heap of the boys stuff . Scary stuff all those photos but I think they may put the lists up in case you have any spare time to actually complete the project there ( as if !!) . Think you probably need the arch-i-tecture on eto make it work but other than that I'm going to be brave and not worry too much if I haven't got them all . May try to get at least half of CDs album track photos and stories together . I'm going to go for a 'random' theme :lol: ha ha - favourite word in our house as our lives are pretty random !!
Don't want to have to panic about getting ready . Haven't even started yet . Going to Enfiled megacrop today then plan to sort at least my toolkit when I get back tonight.
Can't believe it's so close now.
Yuk day out there - perfect photo sorting weather !!

[pange]

i shall not even worry about getting ready until next week .i just make sure ive got whats needed and let the rest take care off itself . im never going to get all the photos but some ,but im never going to finish so i shant worry.im not doing the album classes but still need loads i just no i cant get all the photos together in time in would stress me out and i realy want this to be a no panic weekend .mmmmmm we will see

[MJ]

Angela it will be a no panic weekend hun, we shall all have great fun.

[pange]

I am sure off that mj i just dont want to get carried away trying to finish things too quickly then ruining them [like ive done in the past] remember the tree lol

[amcmen]

Angela - I doubt we will finish anything :D Take the bags/boxes and bring it home to do at MJ's crop on the 29th!! The instructions are usually really good, so you can finish later, and the teachers don't mind you taking photos of their example to help you when you leave class. You are absolutely right there is no point hurrying things or in getting stressed, the whole idea is to enjoy the weekend doing something you enjoy.

In fact - I still have classes to finish from Scrapaganza 2006 and 2007 :lol:

Anna x

[pange]

i treated myself to a new and very large shopper to bring stuff back in its bright red from everyones favourite underwear store

[amcmen]

i treated myself to a new and very large shopper to bring stuff back in its bright red from everyones favourite underwear store

I didn't have you down as an Ann Summer's shopper Angela :lol::lol:

Anna x

[pange]

lol [i have actually but it came so small i couldnt squash myself into it] jims still dreaming

[Emmak]

I'm struggling on the 25 memories as well. If anyone has any bright ideas please post them here. So far I've come up with the obvious wedding, engagement etc. I did think about holidays but it would be too much work to get them all scanned and then printed. Really looking forward to the class though.

My planner has had to go on hold as well - I still have the swap pages and free book to complete yet so I doubt I'll get round to a planner.

[DawnS]

What about the birth of your 2 boys, their first time walking etc
Christmas, Parties, Holidays

Does anyone know how to print 4x10 photos
Prefer to get them done professionally anyone do this size?

[MrsH]

What about the birth of your 2 boys, their first time walking etc
Christmas, Parties, Holidays

Does anyone know how to print 4x10 photos
Prefer to get them done professionally anyone do this size?

One idea .... open both files in whatever image editting software you're using.

On one photo, increase the size of the canvas (not the size of the photo) on one side by 4 inches (so the canvas is now 8x10"). Copy and paste the other image and align so the two photos are side by side. Save combined image using a different name to the first image.

8x10" is a standard size so just upload and select to print at this size. All you'll need to do when they come back from the printers is cut it down the middle.

The other alternative is to upload the images singlely and print as 8x10". There's be white space which you can trim off but will work out more expensive. Really depends on how much time you have to play about.

HTH

[chocolate_ee]

I'm wondering if rather than 25 memories , I can write about 25 people who've had a major part in my life or a positive influence ,then all I have to do is make sure I've got 25 photos of them all !? Hoping this plan would still fit the theme.

[Emmak]

I think that sounds like a lovely idea Clare. CD is posing pretty regularly on the SAG thread so you could ask there but I think it sounds great.

Thanks for the tip re. the photo printing. Will have to give it a try.

[geckogirl]

Yeah, that sounds like a great idea Claire. After all CD just wants us to have fun learning all her techniques and at the end of the day the album is for you to keep, so whatever makes you happy! :rolleyes:

[chocolate_ee]

oooh - haven't been on the SAG forum for ages - must go take a peek there now !

[Princessfiona]

What about the birth of your 2 boys, their first time walking etc
Christmas, Parties, Holidays

Does anyone know how to print 4x10 photos
Prefer to get them done professionally anyone do this size?

I just ordered 8x10 from Photobox and will cut them down.
You could always do them in "word" at home.

[Smelly]

oooh - haven't been on the SAG forum for ages - must go take a peek there now !

I was gonna say CD left a comment about using the story/journalling on the page as well instead of the photo.

I trawled thru all my picture cd's this evening. I went for out doors for my theme as my boys are always out there upto mischief. I have about 100 favs, lol, do you think i need to narrow it down:rolleyes:

I will get this sorted then think about the rest.

But i did make my pages for my journal today, very productive

[chocolate_ee]

I've spent all day sorting photos having just read Stacy Julian's Photo Freedom book. Must say , I never want to see another photo again ! It was a nightmare - about 25 year's worth of photos !!!

Anyway , as a result and having sorted them into categories rather than chronologically , all sorts of interesting 'themes' started to emerge which wouldn't have done had I left them in their boxes .

[Mush]

I havent recieved a letter yet!!!!!

better wander over to my old house and see if it is there!

[vandamk]

Hello everyone,

Just saying "hi" as I will be going to SAG as well. My first time!

As I live local(ish) I will only be going for the Saturday. Off to fill in my time slots. Would be great to meet some of you there!

Karin

[pange]

hi im looking forward to it as well it is my first time too. how handy living so close

[Frances43]

Is anyone else having problems getting on the site?

Frances

[maggiemae]

Hi Frances - not been able to get on the forum today at all :(

How are you?

[vandamk]

Is anyone else having problems getting on the site?

Frances

I got on earlier, but it's timing out now:(

Karin

[crafty pants]

I can't get on the forum either. Oh no! This happened to me a few weeks after the melt down!! however I did get on a couple days later.

At least I have all the info I need etc :)

[stillscrapping]

It'll probably be back up later. Don't worry.

[Smelly]

My mum was on the phone with patricia re a problem and she said the system has gone down again and they cant access it either :ph34r:

[maggiemae]

Have just been to see what the weather forecast (http://www.accuweather.com/world-forecast2.asp?partner=accuweather&traveler=0&locCode=EUR|NL|NL008|HAARLEMMERMEER&metric=1) is - at the moment it looks like we will be getting the best of the weather :)

[Tullavilla]

Still can't get on :( Typical as i wanted to double check the photos I needed to take & get them printed tomorrow!

[crafty pants]

Edwina what classes do you need the photo sizes for? I am sure that someone here will have the info.

[DawnS]

Have just been to see what the weather forecast (http://www.accuweather.com/world-forecast2.asp?partner=accuweather&traveler=0&locCode=EUR|NL|NL008|HAARLEMMERMEER&metric=1) is - at the moment it looks like we will be getting the best of the weather :)

Don't think I will bother taking a jacket it just gets in the road & never end up wearing it.
Only time I wore a jacket was in 2006 it was hurricane weather.

We will do our best to help Edwina.

[Tullavilla]

Thanks girls :)
I have the list of photos for Words to live by, You are my sunshine & Arch-i-tecture.
So I'm looking for Pretty in Paint, Heartfelt Memories, Colour Trends, Judge this book by its covers, A moment in time, {note}worthy - the story continues, and Cds Appetizer(but think there was nothing listed for that).
Really all I'm looking for is the photo sizes for the ones that need photos....but can't remember whuich ones I needed them for :rolleyes: I'm totally disorganised!

[crafty pants]

Thanks girls :)
I have the list of photos for Words to live by, You are my sunshine & Arch-i-tecture.
So I'm looking for Pretty in Paint, Heartfelt Memories, Colour Trends, Judge this book by its covers, A moment in time, {note}worthy - the story continues, and Cds Appetizer(but think there was nothing listed for that).
Really all I'm looking for is the photo sizes for the ones that need photos....but can't remember whuich ones I needed them for :rolleyes: I'm totally disorganised!

I am doing Words to Live By but the letter I got out doesn't say to take photos. Edwina can you tell me what photos I need to bring (size and theme).

I am also doing Heartfelt Memories but the letter doesn't state any photos for that one.
Edwina now I am panicking!!

[CarolynUK]

Can I just repeat myself?

Unless the class description says you really MUST have the photos to do it - don't bother!

For my first SaGa I went to the expense of printing over 100 photos - and I still have most of them sitting there unscrapped - they were totally WRONG for the papers and projects, and I just added the pics later when I got home.

TBH you are so busy in class doing other bits and pieces that you probably won't get round to doing much with them anyway, and if you are anything like me - you'll be rushing off to your next class staright after and won't have much (if any) time to sit cropping to finish off.

[maggiemae]

Edwina - I am doing Colour Trends and Judge This Book by Its Covers - there are no photos listed for either of these classes in the letter.

According to the letter you do need:

Colour Trends: Corner rounder, adhesive, double sided tape, scissors, decorative edge scissors, paper piercer, crop a dile

Judge This Book: Corner rounder, adhesive, double sided tape, scissors, paper piercer, crop a dile

HTH

[maggiemae]

oh just noticed {Noteworthy} is on your list - no photos listed for that one either. :)

Just the usual (ie as above) plus stapler. Also tag maker punch if you have it (I don't but I am sure there will be enough to go around in the class)

And I agree with Carolyn - please don't stress about the photos.

[Smelly]

So are you saying we shouldnt stress about getting the whole 25 pictures and stories ready for the cd album track. Realisticly are we likely to do no more than 4 or 5 lo's.

Still no joy getting into the site, anybody else still having trouble

[maggiemae]

No Sarah I can't get in either.

I think that's right. I mean how long is CD's class - 3 or 4 classes?
If you get all 25 done that's either 6 or 8 layouts an hour! That would be good going!
I suppose the advantage of having all 25 done is that a) you are more likely to finish it all off later at home and b) you will have a choice of photos/memories to use when you see the products being used.

I think I'm right in saying that when Dawn/Diane/Frances etc did the album track with melodee a few SAGs ago they had to take photos for all the letters of the alphabet and then only had time to do a few layouts at the event. Perhaps Dawn can confirm :D

[Smelly]

No Sarah I can't get in either.

I think that's right. I mean how long is CD's class - 3 or 4 classes?
If you get all 25 done that's either 6 or 8 layouts an hour! That would be good going!
I suppose the advantage of having all 25 done is that a) you are more likely to finish it all off later at home and b) you will have a choice of photos/memories to use when you see the products being used.

I think I'm right in saying that when Dawn/Diane/Frances etc did the album track with melodee a few SAGs ago they had to take photos for all the letters of the alphabet and then only had time to do a few layouts at the event. Perhaps Dawn can confirm :D

Lol, 6 or 8 LO's per hour, i cant do 1 LO in 6 to 8 hours!!!!
Making a decision, splitting down to 12 then, so i can concentrate on what she says.

Thanks maggie

[amcmen]

I questioned the lack of photos for most the classes, have been to SAGA a few times, I found that whilst I had masses of photos I never needed, there were classes, particularly the layouts and canvas class that you just could not do without the photos.

I was told on the SAGA forum that if the photos won't listed then they can be added later.

Most the classes have be designed to add photos later in response to feedback form previous years.

I did Melodee's class where we had to have photos of every letter of the alphabet and I finished about A B and C at SAGA!! On the plus side it did mean that I was ready to finish the album when I got home as they photos were all together and sorted.

hope this helps

Anna x

[DawnS]

Yes that is right we didn't get very far with the A_Z album even though it was 4 classes, you will never manage to do 25 pages. Unless we see sparks flying from your herma.
Don't stress. I would say 12 photos would probably be sufficient unless she has you doing homework for her next class.
Unlikely though.

[stillscrapping]

No problem with the forum this morning.:)

[CarolynUK]

I haven't bothered with photos since my first SaGa - I have a few pieces of 6x4 or 7x5 paper in my bag which I use for placement if i have to, but TBH I rarely use those either. I'm a pretty fast worker in class, and I hardly ever get to the point of putting photos in, particularly if its a 1 hr one

I did the 4 class A-Z album too, and whilst I admit to taking pics for that, I ended up with a B&W set and a colour set as until you see the actual class kit, you can't be sure that your pics will go - either on theme or colour. We did all the prep work in the classes, using the stamps and punches we needed to prepare the 26 pages (lots of stamping with Meldee), and I think I managed 2 of the 26 pages while I was there. Mind you - it solved the problem of what to take to local crops for several months as I just took that lot along with me :lol:

[lebosi]

Can't believe I have less than a week to get myself organised - it just seems to a crept up on me very sneakily :rolleyes:

[Rain]

ok I emptied my tool tote last night and do you think 6 pairs of scissors are enough?:lol:
And 5 black zig markers are enough?:lol: Def thinning it down to essentials I think.:wacko: It's amazing how much you acquire as you go along!:P

[scrapnanny]

ok I emptied my tool tote last night and do you think 6 pairs of scissors are enough?:lol:
And 5 black zig markers are enough?:lol: Def thinning it down to essentials I think.:wacko: It's amazing how much you acquire as you go along!:P

Sorted all my tools and stuff, sponged the tote and sorted out the photo's i want to print etc for the classes that need pics. Sorted a problem i had with my invoice so now i am very pleased and cant wait to go.

[crafty pants]

How much Herma do you need on average with you?
I have one new removable and one new permanent but have also packed 3 refills of each. Is that too much? not enough?

[Emmak]

What are people doing about money? I read that they don't (with the odd exception) take Maestro so wasn't sure whether to take cash or the money card thing that the post office do.

[Princessfiona]

ok I emptied my tool tote last night and do you think 6 pairs of scissors are enough?:lol:
And 5 black zig markers are enough?:lol: Def thinning it down to essentials I think.:wacko: It's amazing how much you acquire as you go along!:P
No - I think you definately need all 6 pairs!! I can hardly lift my tool bag!! Dont know where I am going wrong!!:P

[DawnS]

I would put your small scissors in the zippy bit of your tote mine were either stolen or fell out.
I would takea big pair & a wee pair
Iam taking 10 rolls of herma so if you run out Sharon you can easy get from me.

Re money I would get some before you go.
Think there was an atm at the hotel, or you could use your maestro to withdraw cash at the airport.

[CarolynUK]

I found out the hard way in Nov that its better to assume the shops only take cash and be surprised when they do take cards - or be prepared to stick to a very limited budget.

I'm taking as many Euros as i can........ I haven't got time to play hunt the Cashpoint!

[pange]

i take cash and card [just in case]

[Tullavilla]

I am doing Words to Live By but the letter I got out doesn't say to take photos. Edwina can you tell me what photos I need to bring (size and theme).

I am also doing Heartfelt Memories but the letter doesn't state any photos for that one.
Edwina now I am panicking!!

That was what i was trying to check yesterday....I've lost my letter, and the only class i was sure of was the 4x10's for arch-i-tecture.
I just wanted to make sure I had the photos I needed :D
Sorry for alarming you

[Emmak]

Mmm, well after attempting to cram my tools into various wash bags and failing I'm going to have to relent and take my tote. I managed with a little zip file last year which was great as it gave me plenty of room to scrap.

Thanks for the tips re. money. That's reassured me - mind you, I just have to remember to get some now!

[Emmak]

What size rings has everyone got for the swap?

[DawnS]

Think most people will be using a bind it all to put it together.
Maybe you can have a shot of one in Holland to bind yours.

[Emmak]

Sorry, what I meant was what size binding should I get.

[Emmak]

One idea .... open both files in whatever image editting software you're using.

On one photo, increase the size of the canvas (not the size of the photo) on one side by 4 inches (so the canvas is now 8x10"). Copy and paste the other image and align so the two photos are side by side. Save combined image using a different name to the first image.

8x10" is a standard size so just upload and select to print at this size. All you'll need to do when they come back from the printers is cut it down the middle.

The other alternative is to upload the images singlely and print as 8x10". There's be white space which you can trim off but will work out more expensive. Really depends on how much time you have to play about.

HTH


I couldn't figure out how to copy and paste.

[Rain]

I was going to pack my AMM tool tote in my suitcase anyway - tooooo many sharp things to go in the cabin, I was thinking of putting it into a drawstring bag to keep everything together if it falls out.

I'm only taking cash and a card for the airport.

[crafty pants]

Edwina, Vicki has posted on her blog here (http://vickiboutin.typepad.com/) about the photos you can bring for Heartfelt Memories.

[crafty pants]

I am going to try and book an extra class once I am at Holland, it is the Color my World one by Lance.
Can anyone that has booked it tell me if it says on your letter to bring photos, and if so what size/theme. I see from the tool list you need red paint, I will bring the red pepper adirondack paint dabber.

TIA
X

[DawnS]

That beep beep forum is down again.
Maggie is doing this class Sharon she will be able to help you when she drops on in.

[Tullavilla]

Thanks Sharon :)
I'm doing that rusty pickle class...but as I said I've lost my letter so fraid I can't say about the photos. But normally Lance goes so fast you don't have time for photos so I wouldn't worry!

[Princessfiona]

Can I share your paint if needed Sharon?

[Princessfiona]

I could always raid Mr B's new art stash!!:P

[crafty pants]

Can I share your paint if needed Sharon?

I sent you an email not long ago Fiona as I ordered you a bottle from e-b** as postage was free on extra items.
Did you get message (think it was a text) that I had managed to buy a 1 1/2" circle punch?

I could always raid Mr B's new art stash!!:P


Aye but he would catch you!!!
Then you wouldn't hear the end of it!!

[MrsH]

I couldn't figure out how to copy and paste.

Emma

It depends on your software package but first you you need to select the image (I think in PSE it's CTRL+A) ... you shd see your image surrounded by a line of marching ants.

Then copy (CTRL+C).

Go to where you want to paste the photo and CTRL+V to paste. Use the "hand" icon to move into position.

Hope this helps!

I'm doing the Color My World with Lance and pretty sure there were no photo requirements in the letter. I also went for an Arondack paint dabber too!

This time next week, we'll all be collapsed in a heap somewhere recovering from a hectic Day 1!!

[pange]

i hope i will be asleep this time next week

[Princessfiona]

I sent you an email not long ago Fiona as I ordered you a bottle from e-b** as postage was free on extra items.
Did you get message (think it was a text) that I had managed to buy a 1 1/2" circle punch?




Aye but he would catch you!!!
Then you wouldn't hear the end of it!!

Brilliant Sharon - I was worried about getting the 5Ltr bottle of red paint from the art store in my case!!:P
My phone is in my bag which is?? havnt heard it ringing but will go and find it.

[Smelly]

I am going to try and book an extra class once I am at Holland, it is the Color my World one by Lance.
Can anyone that has booked it tell me if it says on your letter to bring photos, and if so what size/theme. I see from the tool list you need red paint, I will bring the red pepper adirondack paint dabber.

TIA
X

Definately no pics on the tool list for that one sharon

[elegantprincess]

I am doing Lance colour my world also will have to get some red paint also...really looking forward to the class..

[pange]

me to

[MrsH]

I'm looking forward to them all!! I've been forewarned the whole weekend is scrapping at speed ... especially Lance's classes :). Guess we'll all come back home for a rest.

[chocolate_ee]

Please please please ... someone tell me that they haven't packed or sorted photos yet ??!!!
I keep thinking I have a whole week to go so what's the rush ... which translated means I'll be up until 2am the day before scrabbling around for elusive photos and fretting about how to pack sharp knives !
I've been sorting photos all week according to Stacy Julian's Photo Freedom method which means ( shriek) taking them all out of chronological order and categorizing them into themes ! In theory that means it should take a mere few minutes to delve into my category drawers and find the perfect shot HA HA HA !!
Deliberating whether to treat myslef to a new suitcase . Saw one in Primark that was pink and made of extra lightweight metalic looking stuff which I though might protect everything inside. It looked teensy though . What size is everyone taking ? I see lots of people talking about those wheeled bag things but I though the contents might get crushed inside ... oh and I'm flying from terminal 5 so assuming my bag doesn't get lost in transit at worst in might just get slung in the hold under a ton of other stuff !

[MrsH]

Don't panic Claire (and I'm flying via T5 on Friday too - BA 7.45am so may see you bright and early!!)

I've uploaded some photos to Snapfish for my DD album track but that's it. I did try PhotoBox first but after spending an hour choosing photos to upload, PB decided it didn't like my photos and refused to accept the upload - grrr).

Will be sorting some more photos out tonight and tomorrow as I want to send these off printing on Sunday evening so I will hopefully get these back on Tuesday, Wed at the latest.

I'm taking a suitcase (Samsonite hard case, and a RU box plus bubblewrap) but will be sending a box of stash home via courier as I do not want to run the risk of this going astray. SAG said they would be offering this service for Euro 15.

For my outbound flight, I'm packing my clothes into my carry-on suitcase but will have to pack tools etc in my suitcase - no choice but to run the risk.

Oh, and BA are moving a quarter of it's long haul flights into T5 from Thursday so guess there is a greater risk that bags will go astray!!

Make sure you've address labels on the inside of your case too (visible when someone opens the case) just in case the worst happens and the tags on the outside of your suitcase go stray.

[pange]

i have to be packed by tues and havent started yet .its no good starting to soon or you start unpacking to use things[thats my excuse anyway ]

[lebosi]

Well I've started 'thinking' about what I will be taking with me but it certainly won't include red paint for Lance's class coz I know from experience that all that sort of thing is provided for you :lol:

[crafty pants]

My tools are all sorted and packed in to a strong material toolbag from tesco.
(Princessfiona posted a pic on the scrapaganza forum months ago).
Swaps all done, just need to printo off some photos, make the name badge and hopefully complete the challenge.

[alison1544]

hi,sharon do you think you could post a link to the picture of tool bag:wub:

[crafty pants]

Sure Alison, here (http://www.scrap-a-ganza.com/forum/search.php?keywords=toolbag&terms=all&author=&sc=1&sf=all&sk=t&sd=d&sr=posts&st=0&ch=300&t=0&submit=Search)it is.
It has lots of various sized pockets outside and several inside.
I also bought a long pencil case from Staples which I have used to hold all my "smaller" bits like scalpel, paper piercer (which has the pointed end jabbed in to an eraser),
pens etc. It also fits my 30cm ruler.
The tool bag is big enough to fit in my fiskars 12" paper trimmer at the bottom plus my A4 cutting mat down the side.
http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa93/SharonSimsBucket/miscellaneous/insidebag-1.jpg
http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa93/SharonSimsBucket/miscellaneous/toolbag-1.jpg

[alison1544]

thanks sharon,did it cost much????

[crafty pants]

Fiona and I both bought it from the same local Tesco however she paid £5 for an empty one but my one was £10 but included an assortment of tools such as a hammer, screwdrivers, spirit level etc (I put all the contents up to our caravan so at least they weren't wasted :))

Alison I have edited my earlier post and added more details.

[alison1544]

thanks sharon:wub:Not long now,starting to get excited:)this will be my second year,it was such good fun.Hopefully we will get to see each other and say "hi" :)

[crafty pants]

This is my first ever retreat, I am soooo excited too.
One of the things I am also looking forward to is meeting all the people I have "met" through UKS.

[chocolate_ee]

Challenge ??? What challenge - oh no , another thread I've missed !

Good advice everyone ... Mrs H - just checked my flight time and sadly I'm not on the same flight - mine's at 8.40 - anyone else on that one from T5 Heathrow ?

[scrap monkey]

Hope everyone flying out of T5 go when you're meant to and *with* your suitcases :) See you all in Holland ! Sounds like sending stash back for 15E is money well spent. I know others in the past have shared their boxes :)

[MrsH]

Good advice everyone ... Mrs H - just checked my flight time and sadly I'm not on the same flight - mine's at 8.40 - anyone else on that one from T5 Heathrow ?

We'll see you at the hotel then ... provided our flight is on time :)

[crafty pants]

Challenge ??? What challenge - oh no , another thread I've missed !

Good advice everyone ... Mrs H - just checked my flight time and sadly I'm not on the same flight - mine's at 8.40 - anyone else on that one from T5 Heathrow ?

The challenge is with the free gift. Anyone who wants to take part has to use the free gift to make something on the theme of "Spring."

[chocolate_ee]

I'm not normally this worried about the possibility of everything that could go wrong en route ( T5 baggage nightmare , late/cancelled flight, tools confiscated at customs ... don't care about my clothes.... missing bus transfer :lol:) .
What's the matter with me ???? I think I'm just so looking forward to it that I'd just die if anything happened to delay me from getting there ... toolkit intact !!! It's a brave BA official that comes between me and SAG !!:lol:

[scrapnanny]

Sarah and I decided to share everything, she is so organised. Everything in a strong plastic box and the totes folded up.Knives and spare blades in toothbrush holders and scissors in pencil cases. I am taking my cropodile and she is thinking about taking her BIA, a bit worried in case it got lost. Just the photo's to do.

[crafty pants]

I like the idea of the toothbrush holders Chris. :) very clever!!

[Scrapdragon]

Dont worry - everything will be fine. If something were to go wrong - lost luggage or something - dont forget thwere are plenty of UKS'ers on hand and international scrappers to rally round and sort things out.

Note to self - get off computer and go and sort tool kit!

[DawnS]

I'm not normally this worried about the possibility of everything that could go wrong en route ( T5 baggage nightmare , late/cancelled flight, tools confiscated at customs ... don't care about my clothes.... missing bus transfer :lol:) .
What's the matter with me ???? I think I'm just so looking forward to it that I'd just die if anything happened to delay me from getting there ... toolkit intact !!! It's a brave BA official that comes between me and SAG !!:lol:


Claire if you are worried about your tools going missing why not pack them in your hand luggage minus blades & Anything sharp.
YOu can always buy a trimmer blade in Holland if your bags go missing.
Least you will have your tools.

ps I have not sorted my tools or photos yet I tried printing the 10x4 one but no use ink is not drying will have to pay for hte 12x5 & crop it.

Thanks for your advise Karen re how to get 2 photos in an 8x10, don't have photos shop so may have to invest at some point.

[chocolate_ee]

Claire if you are worried about your tools going missing why not pack them in your hand luggage minus blades & Anything sharp.
YOu can always buy a trimmer blade in Holland if your bags go missing.
Least you will have your tools.

.

Now why didn't I think of that ?! Great idea . I've just treated myself to a Fiskars trimmer ( hated my Cutterpede although it was pink :wub:) which has those teensy orange blades - sure someone must be selling those in one of the scrap shops if my bag was to go missing.

Just seen that my ticker is down to 4 days ... and still no photos printed !

Trying to pack for my son who's off on a week long school trip - up to my ears in walking boots and sports kits !! Can't even think about SAG packing yet !

[DawnS]

I have a fiskars trimmer I will be taking spares.
I managed to purchase Fiskars blades in Holland.
Will be less stress if you know your have your tools/photos at least.

[pange]

well apart from my make and take photos im sorted photo wisw i have just spent 1 hour going through them .what a relief

[wombat]

I so envious of all you going to SAG-please make sure they have another November one!
have a great time-the classes sound great

[Emmak]

ARggh, I'll join you with the panicing Claire and not being able to rest until we get there. I've started to pack but still need to finialise photos. Worked out that the old APS are 4x8 so I've managed to find a couple of those to use and have scanned them just in case I ruin the originals (thanks for the instructions though, I'm going to have a go for future ref anyway).

I invested in a lightweight trimmer as well - green Critter (?) one as my MM is far too heavy to take. My suitcase is quite large as the one I took last year was way too small. I'm not taking any hand luggage other than a handbag as I was thinking of using the Diva free tote for the hand luggage on the way back.

[Emmak]

Who else is on the 12.30 transfer bus on the Friday?

[geckogirl]

That's what I plan to do too ...... just a suitcase and handbag on the way out and use the tote as hand baggage on the way home. I hope the dimensions are okay though, I'll have to check! see you soon.^_^

[chocolate_ee]

Who else is on the 12.30 transfer bus on the Friday?

Sorry Emma - I'm on the 12.10 bus - anyone else ?
Anyone else on the 8.40 BA flight from Heathrow ?

[CarolynUK]

Think Rhian, Yvonne and I are there Emma - or maybe its the 12:45 we're on.... :unsure:

**rushes off to check her schedule**

We land at 11:35 BA whatever from Gatwick departing @9:20

[michelleg]

Oh Pants...

If it starts in less than 4 days... I have to get a move on!

I am flying in on Thursday am (with my scrummy baby.... he is available for cuddles as I have had requests!)

I am also in London all day on Wednesday with Teresa and Ty Collins - showing them the sights... we are doing a three hour whistle stop tour of London... and then I am taking them to Chepstow where they will be teaching!

So... that leaves today and tomorrow to get ready!!! I had better get a move on, things to pack and games to finish!!!!! Who's going to play with me this time?

Mi x

[chocolate_ee]

Oh No - just spotted that we need a 1.5" circle punch for Pieces of Me Class - do you think I'll definitely need one or they likely to provide a couple for disorganised people like me ?? Just posted on Shop til You Drop to see if any sponsors can post to me pronto ! Or shoud I live dangerously and hope they have them for sale there ??
Otherwise - that's my toolkit packed and my suitcase down from the loft . It weighs a hideous 5kg before I've even put anything in it.
Am I right in thinking BA's luggage allowance is still as follows ...

one standard-sized bag - maximum size of the bag must not exceed 56x45x25cm*(22x17.5x9.85in) (including wheels, pockets and handles)
• In addition, one laptop sized bag, handbag or briefcase
A 23kg(51lbs) maximum bag weight applies and you must be able to lift the bag into the overhead lockers in the aircraft cabin unaided.

But it's not clear whether the total weight allowance is 23kg or just the suitcase going in the hold or both !

[crafty pants]

Claire I have Pmd you with a very fast rliable place to get one.
I ordered one on fri 2pm and received it sat morning!!!

[chocolate_ee]

Thank you so much Sharon - off to check my message s!

[MrsH]

Oh No - just spotted that we need a 1.5" circle punch for Pieces of Me Class - do you think I'll definitely need one or they likely to provide a couple for disorganised people like me ?? Just posted on Shop til You Drop to see if any sponsors can post to me pronto ! Or shoud I live dangerously and hope they have them for sale there ??

I bought one last week off an auction site and it arrived the next day (PM me if you want to know the details). From what I remember about the sneaky peek, the album had circular tabs on the edge so my guess is that it's to decorate these. I'm sure there'll be a few circular punches floating about though.

Oh, the T5 baggage drop closes 45 mins before the flight departure time (DH was flying out of T5 this morning and spotted it on his boarding card). This wasn't mentioned on my e-ticket receipt so just wanted to forewarn anyone in advance.

[chocolate_ee]

Thanks for that Karen - I'm a stones throw from Heathrow so I'll probably be cutting it fine . Might just go earlier and treat myself to breakfast whilst I'm there ! Was his flight OK ?

[Rain]

my circle punch is just over 1" do you think that will matter?
I've printed my photos- got tools sorted except ink that should come tomorrow.

We're coming from heathrow T4 - KLM on friday morning. ( must find the email for ticket etc...)

[MrsH]

Pretty sure it was. He just mentioned that his flight was a couple of mins late and if there was probs going through security etc he would have said something!

Four more sleeps to go!!

[crafty pants]

Claire I have Pmd you with a very fast rliable place to get one.
I ordered one on fri 2pm and received it sat morning!!!

I bought one last week off an auction site and it arrived the next day (PM me if you want to know the details). From what I remember about the sneaky peek, the album had circular tabs on the edge so my guess is that it's to decorate these. I'm sure there'll be a few circular punches floating about though.

Karen I think we may have bought from the same place! Was yours a Dovecraft by any chance?
£3.49 plus £1.95 P&P

[Scrapdragon]

Oh Pants...

If it starts in less than 4 days... I have to get a move on!

I am flying in on Thursday am (with my scrummy baby.... he is available for cuddles as I have had requests!)

I am also in London all day on Wednesday with Teresa and Ty Collins - showing them the sights... we are doing a three hour whistle stop tour of London... and then I am taking them to Chepstow where they will be teaching!

So... that leaves today and tomorrow to get ready!!! I had better get a move on, things to pack and games to finish!!!!! Who's going to play with me this time?


Mi x

ME & MUSH will come and play again - you know we are up for fun:D I totally agree, I will look forward to giving your georgous boy another cuddle - no not your DH:nono:, your DS :wub: I didn't want to part with him in February and I am sure he would have happily have come home with me.

[MrsH]

Karen I think we may have bought from the same place! Was yours a Dovecraft by any chance?
£3.49 plus £1.95 P&P

It was!! Ordered Tuesday and it had arrived Wednesday morning.

[Emmak]

Think Rhian, Yvonne and I are there Emma - or maybe its the 12:45 we're on.... :unsure:

**rushes off to check her schedule**

We land at 11:35 BA whatever from Gatwick departing @9:20

Sorry, I got the time wrong. I'm on the 12.45 as well. Great, I'll look out for you all.

[Mush]

ME & MUSH will come and play again - you know we are up for fun:D I totally agree, I will look forward to giving your georgous boy another cuddle - no not your DH:nono:, your DS :wub: I didn't want to part with him in February and I am sure he would have happily have come home with me.

DEFINATELY!!!!!

and what a cutie he was! DS that is :D

[Smelly]

Did you all get the SAG newsletter today, makes it all exciting now.

If anyone gonna take the friday night evening meal offer up. My only concern is the indonessian food, as not really sure what that entails really.

Just finished my planner, not very dainty, lol, pic on my blog if you fancy a looksy.

All packed now, even DS1's suitcase as he is away to his first BB camp as well.

[alison1544]

no newsletter here:( how much was the eveing meal?:)

[elegantprincess]

Did you all get the SAG newsletter today, makes it all exciting now.

If anyone gonna take the friday night evening meal offer up. My only concern is the indonessian food, as not really sure what that entails really.

Just finished my planner, not very dainty, lol, pic on my blog if you fancy a looksy.

All packed now, even DS1's suitcase as he is away to his first BB camp as well.

Hi,

The buffet will be quite nice on the Friday evening as Indonesian food is quite popular in Holland...its mostly rice and veg and noodles and sometimes chicken sate..plus sweet and sour chicken balls....i am sure you will enjoy it..

[elegantprincess]

no newsletter here:( how much was the eveing meal?:)

Its 24.50 excluding drinks if you send me your private email address i can forward the newsletter to you...

Amanda...

[Smelly]

no newsletter here:( how much was the eveing meal?:)

Here is the info from the newsletter, [On Friday evening night the hotel will serve and Indonesian buffet dinner in their main restaurant. Participant can purchase a dinner voucher at the reception for EUR 24.50 per person exclusive beverages]

Hi,

The buffet will be quite nice on the Friday evening as Indonesian food is quite popular in Holland...its mostly rice and veg and noodles and sometimes chicken sate..plus sweet and sour chicken balls....i am sure you will enjoy it..

Oh that does sound good doesnt it.

Oh and the news letter says the photo's for the make and take are 10cm x 15cm where as the letter last week says 3.5 x 3.5. Already printed mine so not to happy i have to do them again bigger.

[Smelly]

you obviously type faster than me, lol

[Emmak]

I love all your SAG stuff on your bog Sarah. Your badge is fab! The song is fab too - not heard it in sooo long.

[DawnS]

I was dubious about the indonesian food too, glad is sounds suitable for a vegetarian.

[CarolynUK]

The Fri evening meal sounds like a Rijstafel (literally rice table) which is a choice of lots of lovely dishes to try, a bit like one of those all you can eat buffets some Chinese restaurants do over here sometimes.

DH, DD and I went for one in Egmond last year and it was fabulous, although ours wasn't a buffet - just sectioned trays with all the different dishes in. You should be all right Dawn as there is usually lots of fried rice and noodles as well as vagetable dishes.

Ours wasn't as expensive as this one though - I think it was around 50 euro for the 3 of us including drinks.......

[sugar almond]

Not long now, eh?! :D:D

Could someone please remind me of what info to write on my luggage tag and what not to write. It's years since I have flown and things have changed :)

[DawnS]

The Fri evening meal sounds like a Rijstafel (literally rice table) which is a choice of lots of lovely dishes to try, a bit like one of those all you can eat buffets some Chinese restaurants do over here sometimes.

DH, DD and I went for one in Egmond last year and it was fabulous, although ours wasn't a buffet - just sectioned trays with all the different dishes in. You should be all right Dawn as there is usually lots of fried rice and noodles as well as vagetable dishes.

Ours wasn't as expensive as this one though - I think it was around 50 euro for the 3 of us including drinks.......

Thanks for the info Carolyn

Thingsto write on your luggage label,YOur name, flight details,dates, destination & hotel also your home address on the back.

[sugar almond]

Thankyou Dawn :)

[Scrapdragon]

Yeah! Only one more half sleep for me! I have to be at the airport for 5.15am to catch my flight

Party on.....:lol:

[chocolate_ee]

Not long now, eh?! :D:D

Could someone please remind me of what info to write on my luggage tag and what not to write. It's years since I have flown and things have changed :)

... or if you're flying out of Terminal 5 at Heathrow add a note to say that you will personally come round and strangle the Chief Exec if your precious toolkit goes awol !!

[chocolate_ee]

On a more serious note:P .... a friend of mine has just returned from Switzerland having flown out last weekend and she missed her flight through no fault of her own ( having got there 2 hours before flight as requested) because the queue through security was SO long that by the time they'd 'got to the other side' they weren't allowed on because it was less than 20 minutes to flight departure time ! Think I'm going to get there 3 hours earlier than required ... could actually sleep on the floor overnight !:lol:

[lambeek]

On a more serious note:P .... a friend of mine has just returned from Switzerland having flown out last weekend and she missed her flight through no fault of her own ( having got there 2 hours before flight as requested) because the queue through security was SO long that by the time they'd 'got to the other side' they weren't allowed on because it was less than 20 minutes to flight departure time ! Think I'm going to get there 3 hours earlier than required ... could actually sleep on the floor overnight !:lol:

Claire - was that through T5??

[chocolate_ee]

Claire - was that through T5??

Yes - she was flying to Geneva last weekend from T5 - got to the airport more than 2 hours in advance of her flight . They told her they only had another flight the following day !! In the end she managed to get on a flight later that day but I'd have been doing my pieces thinking about the classes I'd be missing at SAG if they did that to me ! I've booked my flight using airmiles which means I only need to be there 1 hour ahead of departure apparently but I'm actually going to allow 3 hours - mad isn't it ??? I don't think this is the norm and I'm sure we'll all be fine but better safe than sorry !

[sugar almond]

... or if you're flying out of Terminal 5 at Heathrow add a note to say that you will personally come round and strangle the Chief Exec if your precious toolkit goes awol !!


That is just toooo funny!!:lol::lol: Love the idea of hoards of women across the UK on Thurs/Fri loading their own cases onto the plane :)

[elaine1000]

The Fri evening meal sounds like a Rijstafel (literally rice table) which is a choice of lots of lovely dishes to try, a bit like one of those all you can eat buffets some Chinese restaurants do over here sometimes....

I'm another one hoping that the Friday evening buffet food will be suitable for veggies... a friend of mine has been dragged to quite a few Indonesian restaurants by her husband and she recalls that there was lots of meat, particularly lamb! (She's not veggie, but doesn't like lamb - hence it stuck in her mind!). :huh:

Fingers crossed.

[chocolate_ee]

That is just toooo funny!!:lol::lol: Love the idea of hoards of women across the UK on Thurs/Fri loading their own cases onto the plane :)

:lol::lol::lol:

I think if needs be we'd probably fly the plane ourselves if it got cancelled !
Ain't nothing that comes between Scrappers and Scrap a Ganza !!

[Mush]

:lol::lol::lol:

I think if needs be we'd probably fly the plane ourselves if it got cancelled !
Ain't nothing that comes between Scrappers and Scrap a Ganza !!

I'll second that!!!:nono:

[DawnS]

HI Elaine how are you?
We can always pick up a snack at the airport just in case.

[elaine1000]

HI Elaine how are you?
We can always pick up a snack at the airport just in case.

I'm good... how are you? I'm getting excited now! Chopped down some photos last night in prep for the On the Road Again class... Looking forward to seeing everyone and to doing some great classes. Bit worried about the possibilities of shop-a-ganza in the "mall"! :o

I have some horrible cold bug, which I'm desperately trying to get rid of before Friday morning.

I think I'll pick up a few food rations at the airport "just in case"!

[Rain]

we were going to pick up some sandwiches at the airport for the evening. As long as you get them after security it's ok.

DONT put your home address on your luggage labels - it just tells nasty people ( like those who burgled us!) when your away and where you live !

[CarolynUK]

I'm not a lamb fan either..... :unsure:

But I've had rijstafels in Holland several times now, and they do have chicken, beef/lamb, veggies etc all in nice sauces or fried/roasted.... all totally yummy!!

But at all these things - I tend to fill up on the rice n'things so I think its worth it!

[Ellesea]

Never tried Indonesian food before, but happy to try the buffet. Price seems very reasonable too.

[Smelly]

I am pooped. I dont know how many pictures i printed today for CD's album class. CAnt bare the thought of chopping them now, that's tomorrow's job.

as this is my first SAG in for a penny and all that, so looking forward to the buffet, something new to try

[crafty pants]

I am looking forward to the buffet too. I love oriental food.

[lambeek]

Yes - she was flying to Geneva last weekend from T5 - got to the airport more than 2 hours in advance of her flight . They told her they only had another flight the following day !! In the end she managed to get on a flight later that day but I'd have been doing my pieces thinking about the classes I'd be missing at SAG if they did that to me ! I've booked my flight using airmiles which means I only need to be there 1 hour ahead of departure apparently but I'm actually going to allow 3 hours - mad isn't it ??? I don't think this is the norm and I'm sure we'll all be fine but better safe than sorry !

I'm sure we'll be fine, but I know what you mean about worrying about it all.

[chocolate_ee]

Photos ready (ish !!) , undies packed, chocolate sorted , badge ... nearly finished, planner - finishing touches , boarding pass - printed. Less than 24 hours to go yippee ! Now I want time to slow down so that I can enjoy the anticipation for longer !! I've only done 5 memories for CDs album track - reckon that will have to do for now... doubt I'll get many more completed at the weekend so will have to suffice - don't want to stress about photos. How's E1 feeling this morning ??? Happy , happy , happy ???

[Smelly]

Happy now my seats are allocated and boarding passes printed.

All in a nice row Sharon, Fiona, Francess, Dawn

[Ellesea]

I am all checked in too. This time tomorrow I will be in Noordwijkerhout.

[MrsH]

Boarding card printed, photos sorted but not packed and no tools sorted as such. DS is at pre-school this afternoon so will hopefully get everything sorted then.

Oh and need to get some food in for DH/DS else I won't be getting a lift to the airport in the morning :)

[pange]

i have to work lunchtime and tonight but hope that will help me sleep on route.also payday so a bit extra will be nice.saying that im ready to go.im all gittery with excitement this morning

[lambeek]

I'm all ready to go - just have to remember to take my paint out of my suitcase and pack in see-through bag for hand luggage - think paint is counted as flammable - what does everyone else think??? Got lots of photos, tools are ready and I even remembered to make a badge :lol:

[pange]

i havent.

[MrsH]

Me neither!! But may try and throw something together after lunch.

Hope those of you that are driving have a smooth crossing over the channel (and can get some sleep)! See you at the hotel this time tomorrow!! :) :)

[elaine1000]

Aside from checking in and printing my boarding pass this morning, I've done close to nowt! I'll need to pack tonight. I haven't looked out my tools, but I know where everything is. I had to order cats eye Creamy Brown chalk pads by mail order a couple of days ago (which came yesterday, thankfully) as I need them for a couple of classes. I thought I had that shade, but couldn't find the pads anywhere. (Note to self: too much stuff means you can't find anything quickly). I've ordered paper trimmer blades and I thought they would be delivered today... no sign of them. I may need to do some emergency shopping when I get there!

I haven't had time to make a badge. Do I need one??? :blink:

I had photos printed on Tuesday for the On the Road Again class and I've cropped them over the last couple of nights (lots of tiny photos - but I'm not sure whether they are supposed to be vertical or horizontal, so no doubt they'll be no use!). Aside from that, all I've done is crop four matching photos to 3.5" square for the make and take... only to read elsewhere that the size has changed! I don't have time to re-print, so I'll be using what I've got regardless! I didn't have time to print "passport sized photos" for the other make and take - not too bothered.

I need to buy Doritos as emergency suitcase rations should it turn out to be a meat-fest on Friday night! :rolleyes: I'll pick up a sandwich at the airport too.

I'm not too bothered about anything, really - so long as I make it to the hotel, I'll enjoy it regardless. :rolleyes:

[maggiemae]

Just found this info online so it looks as if there is an alternative to the Indonesian buffet

Restaurant
The hotel has a Patio Restaurant with a retractable glass roof. Close to the lobby the restaurant serves drinks and lights snacks and a proper dinner in the evening, which is usually Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant has garden style furniture. There is also an American cafe style bar in the lower ground floor with various bar games which also serves food and numerous rooms that can be used for buffet-style meals and private dining rooms.

Elaine if you have a provocraft zsion trimmer I will be taking spare blades so you can have one of those if it helps :)

[pange]

im the same elaine. no you dont have to make a badge but alot do [not me]

[DawnS]

Happy now my seats are allocated and boarding passes printed.

All in a nice row Sharon, Fiona, Francess, Dawn

No you wont be in the same row as me, the site crashed when i was changing the seats Iam on my own sob sob
I will try & get the remaining seat next to you all.

I have the fiskars one Elaine will the taking spares of that.

[elaine1000]

Just found this info online so it looks as if there is an alternative to the Indonesian buffet

Restaurant
The hotel has a Patio Restaurant with a retractable glass roof. Close to the lobby the restaurant serves drinks and lights snacks and a proper dinner in the evening, which is usually Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant has garden style furniture. There is also an American cafe style bar in the lower ground floor with various bar games which also serves food and numerous rooms that can be used for buffet-style meals and private dining rooms.

Elaine if you have a provocraft zsion trimmer I will be taking spare blades so you can have one of those if it helps :)

The food alternatives sound fine... <<phew>> I'll be the one with no badge eating on my own, then!!! :P I'll have a look at the buffet, mind you... if there's something there for me to eat I might have a bash.

The Zision is the pink and green one, I think? If so, I forgot I have an old one of those too and used to use it a lot. I was thinking of taking my Fiskars one, but glad you mentioned the Zision... I think I (equally!) have no blades for that one, but it's much lighter than the Fiskars one i.e. more room for stash on the way back! Great idea! I'll raid my craft room tonight to see whether I can find any spare blades for the Zision... although thanks for the kind offer! I may need to take you up on it and owe you a blade if things get desperate and there are none in the mall!

I almost can't believe that I'll get to craft for most of the weekend... I'm lucky to manage a few hours without interruption!

[maggiemae]

Yup it is the pink & green one - no problem with the spare blade.
Will see you at the airport tomorrow :)

Dawn - hope you get your seat sorted OK

[stillscrapping]

Don't worry I haven't done a badge either. Helen and I made some for the first time we went and used them every time since then up to last June but couldn't find mine for November and I haven't made one this time. I'm sure I will remember my name though if I get lost!:lol:

[chocolate_ee]

Does anyone else leave themselves with impossible deadlines ?? I thought I'd have a leisurely browse through my photos today - that way if any sizes changed I wouldn't come unstuck . No problem with the ones I've already printed and sorted but now trying to fiddle round with eensy little 'wallet' sized photos whatever they are and assorted odd sizes that I have to print! Had to ring Epson as printer started doing mad thing so after hanging on the phone for half an hour a lovely man came on and told me how to fix the problem . So 3 O Clock now and nothing done !! BUT - I do have a badge ! So I'll be the one with a badge but no photos !

[elaine1000]

Does anyone else leave themselves with impossible deadlines ?? I thought I'd have a leisurely browse through my photos today - that way if any sizes changed I wouldn't come unstuck . No problem with the ones I've already printed and sorted but now trying to fiddle round with eensy little 'wallet' sized photos whatever they are and assorted odd sizes that I have to print! Had to ring Epson as printer started doing mad thing so after hanging on the phone for half an hour a lovely man came on and told me how to fix the problem . So 3 O Clock now and nothing done !! BUT - I do have a badge ! So I'll be the one with a badge but no photos !

Good luck!

I gave up and got 180 photos printed in 1 hr at lunchtime on Tuesday, as I ran out of time to upload them to Jessops or Photobox! I excel in running out of time (hence no badge!). I printed 6x4 photos that I knew I'd only want a portion of for the tiny On the Road Again photos (3x2), for example... it saved me a bit of time. I'm past caring about not having the right photos now. I didn't manage any "passport sized" ones for the M&Ts either - I wasn't quite sure what size they should be and I didn't want to ruin my newly printed photos without good reason. If possible, I might be able to crop part of a larger photo at the time, failing which I'm intent on finding a way of doing the project without photos! I'll use a bit of creative licence... :blink:

[crafty pants]

Happy now my seats are allocated and boarding passes printed.

All in a nice row Sharon, Fiona, Francess, Dawn

Sarah how did you get your boarding pass printed? The website crashed on Dawn and although we know our seats I haven't got a pass. I know it's not a problem as I can get them at check in.

Will I get a luggage label at airport as I have not got one with everything being done online.

[crafty pants]

It is okay Sarah I now have a boarding pass printed, I went to KLM wesite to do it. :)

yee hah! Just the cover of my challenge item to do now and pack!!!

[Smelly]

It is okay Sarah I now have a boarding pass printed, I went to KLM wesite to do it. :)

yee hah! Just the cover of my challenge item to do now and pack!!!

Sharon, I am not KLM as i booked thru opedo so the system was ok for me.

Never done this online checkn in so a bit confused. Where do we take out cases, check in as usual:wacko::huh:

[DawnS]

Yes klm will give you a luggage label Sharon

[maggiemae]

Never done this online checkn in so a bit confused. Where do we take out cases, check in as usual:wacko::huh:
There will be a separate bag-drop queue (hopefully much shorter then the normal queue) for those who have already checked-in.

[Ellesea]

I am off to bed to try and catch some ZZzzz before leaving at 3am.....see you all tomorrow.

[crafty pants]

Got a luggage label, Now all set to go!

[Emmak]

I've not got a badge either and no photos for the M&T. I gave up trying to work out how to print them smaller.

Am I the only one that though 24 euros, which must be roughly £20 was rather expensive for a buffet? Is it a 3 course one?

[DawnS]

I've not got a badge either and no photos for the M&T. I gave up trying to work out how to print them smaller.

Am I the only one that though 24 euros, which must be roughly £20 was rather expensive for a buffet? Is it a 3 course one?


It is 26.50 so even dearer Emma, think we are passing on it.
can pick up something at the airport.

[Mush]

Welcome back ladies. Is everyone as tired as me?

[chocolate_ee]

Want to savour the moment of unpacking my suitcase ! Did you enjoy ? What were your favourite classes ?

[WeeHaggis]

I loved Lida de Wite's travel album - we didn't so as much in the class as I'd have liked (3 hours wasn't long enough) but I will enjoy making the book and finishing the suitcase on my own.

Karen Burniston's Arch-i-tecture class was - as all her classes - brilliantly taught and a wonderful clever project.

I enjoyed CD's album class although I only did two pages and left early because there wasn't enough space to spread out and work comfortably. I'm looking forward to getting on with this project - and hopefully we won't have to wait to long for the hand-out to be made available.

The two Scenic Route classes were great - Lyale Koncur is an engaging, enthusiastic teacher - and if you like the product then these classes were perfect.

And I loved Dyan Reavley's class - she is fabby and although the contents of the kit were absolute rubbish - the front cover of the album was great fun to make.

[CarolynUK]

Another vote for the best class being Lida's Travel album and the wee suitcase (that woman is so creative its unbelievable), and as for Karen B - well she was fantastic as usual!

I liked the Scenic Route classes too, but I also like Jen Starr's Faded Jeans canvas - she's another creative lady.

I'm sitting here enjoying my second pot of real English tea this morning - you don't realise just what a treat that is until you don't get it for a couple of days.........

[MrsH]

Hi Claire (and everyone else),

Nice to meet you!! Just a shame it wasn't until the departure lounge at Schipol on the way back!! Glad you got back safely ... we made it home at 10.30 in the end - not bad at all!

Favourite classes - all of them!!

Lida's on the road again - managed to get the album bound in the crop room on the Sat night and am going to enjoy finishing this one off.

Lance's classes. Loved the pop star paper before SAG but struggled for inspiration on how to use them effectively. The Lucky Treasure Box was HUGE but has arrived home safely!! It's going to look stunning once it's made up.

Melodees two classes were great and packed full of ideas that I know I can incorporate in projects I want to do.

Bling and things. Loved the mess in this class and loved the foil effect! So easy to do.

DD's album track. Simple in format and structure but some great ideas to achieve a year album. I would never do this off my own back so thanks Donna!

Scenic Route album was great (this was the one I was unsure of beforehand as it's one of the few SR paper ranges I wasn't particularly keen on). Loved the album. Wanted to do the LO class but couldn't squeeze it into my schedule.

Doodling - papers weren't me, but still enjoyed the class and loved the idea of the window. Still can't doodle freehand though.

Would certainly do another retreat if these core of teachers were teaching there. Just need to save some pennies.

Oh and T5 really rocks. Got off the plane, walked to the baggage reclaim and all three of our bags were already going round the conveyor belt!!

[chocolate_ee]

I'm sitting here enjoying my second pot of real English tea this morning - you don't realise just what a treat that is until you don't get it for a couple of days.........

I'll second that !

I was WOWED by CD's album track . It's wonderful to go into a series of classes like that and come out feeling that you've absorbed SO much and that it makes you look at scrapbooking in a whole new light . It really stretched my imagination and she and her husband are such sweeties too . Pure joy.

[chocolate_ee]

Hi Karen ! Your little boy looked so cute in his jammies - what a lovely welcome !

Wasn't T5 FAB ?! Everything worked like clockwork at both ends. Looks like BA have finally pulled it out of the bag !

[tara2408]

Does anyone have pics of there projects??? I'm going to stratford at the weekend so really looking forward to it.
T

[DawnS]

Another Vote for Lidas Travel Album, think this was my favourite class.
The chipboard suitcase was stunning, a real surprise since we thought it was a mini album only. The Album wow,this should have been 4 hour class but with missing instructions & chipboard sides not ready really slowed the class down.
Definitely not the teachers fault or her lovely assistant Hetty, I did feel for them.
The admin at Scrapa need to get their act together getting instructions the day after the class is NOT on!!!:angry:

Karen Burnistons classes (architecture & wallt toy)fabulous as always,really impressive teacher how she can keep a class of 50+ all at the same pace, gets up on her chair & stands so that the back of the class can see & has a nice loud voice to carry to the back of the room.
All instructions fully detailed with templates to use in class & templates to use when you get home.Class not to be missed if anyone from stratford are reading.

Melodees classes lovely too, loved the mini book family favourites.
Really needed a smaller class of this & the class being chopped to 1 hour was a really stupid idea of Heidis.This should have been left to a 2 part class!!
Did not get half completed sharing a stamp tool kit with a huge table was impossible.

Lance(Mr Pickles class) Lucky Treasure box wow stunning, if you do not have this booked in Stratford then go & change your classes you will be miffed if you miss out on this.
A stunning 8x8 wooden interactive cube box using the Lucky range of papers.

Theresa Collins bound to impress class nice, but not much teaching going on, more sitting on desks posing for photos. Full photo instructions provided.

Making Memories Noteworthy class lovely,a nice easy class at 8.30am with full colour instructions to help finish at home,I finished in class.

Technique Crazy nice class not sure I learnt anything though, probably best to book a Dyan Reavely class instead.

Plenty make & takes on at various times so could not complain there.
Felt sorry for Nat o Shea & Mandy Anderson a huge make & take class on Friday for them. They coped extremely well with people coming in at various stages. Both lovely bubbly ladies, even though there was probably a lot going on in the background re bad admin orginisation.

Must have been lucky the classes I picked were good always go for Lida,
Melodee,Lance, & Karen Burniston.

Going to reply to the feedback thread now.

[Rosani]

Good question – what were my fave clases? I really like layout classes and have ‘issues’ with home décor and stuff like that so my favourite ones were both Scenic Route and Making Memories. I have actually completed both projects (before I left Holland!) so very pleased with those and have plenty of stuff left over to make some more lovely layouts.

I always like the Bazzill classes because although they are simple, they remind me of the great ways you can use cardstock and a bit of pattern to create pages and that is very much my style. I also finished both of those (photos and everything) so very pleased.

Doodling for Dummies was also a lot of fun and has given me the confidence to just go for it and doodle – and I also ended up with a nice (and unusual) double layout which I also finished.

I was a bit scared of the Color my world class with Lance Anderson, mainly because I just don’t like Rusty Pickle and really don’t like mess but the class was surprisingly nice and I love the completed album. I just need to add some photos, a few buttons and things and that one is also done. Poor Lance was a bit late in our class, having landed only a few hours before, but he was a great instructor and I can see why his class was so popular.

Karen’s Architecture class was one I dreaded as soon as I saw the exacting requirements and stuff. In fact, I will blame myself and say that I don’t know why I booked her class because although she is an excellent teacher, the last workshop I did with her I enjoyed the techniques but actually never did them again AND hated the layout. So I dreaded it so much that I simply took the kit and left. I noticed there were people waiting to get in class that didn’t have a seat and it was already Sunday and things were going so wrong that I just got all stressed and left before the class even started. I just thought it wasn’t fair to sit there while someone else who really wanted to be there could take my seat. No reflection on Karen on her class, more on my state of mind at the moment and my scrapping style.

Heartfelt memories with Vicky was also really good because I really liked Vicky. I’ve also nearly completed that project so again it’s good for me (have you noticed that I prefer classes where I can complete or nearly complete the project?)

I’ve already gone on the other forum and noted what I didn’t like but a quick recap is this: I think standards are slipping and things aren’t going as well as they used to. I also think that feedback from previous years hasn’t been acted upon completely and that information was not disseminated as effectively as it should have – and participants found out about things through rumor, hearsay and having to ask someone. It shouldn’t be this way and I hope that SAG really do take feedback and do something about it rather than feeling it as a personal attack and doing nothing. Otherwise the huge pool of satisfied customers that was built in the past three years will slowly shink and it will cease to be a viable business.

[Emmak]

I think the space issue was luck of the draw as to which session you went to. I had CD's album track on the Sunday and there was loads of room - I think Claire and I shared a table for 6 between us. I loved her class. Totally not my normal style or anything that I would try on my own but it has persuaded me to experiment more and I will use some of tips again.

My fave class was probably Melodee's Pieces of Me. I've not done any of her classes before and I really enjoyed the project. It was frantic but there were lots of stamps to go round. I also loved Karen's class. She is the genius of all things interactive and her projects are ones that always get a wow when I show them to anyone.

I thought Vicky was great fun as well. Although she had no handouts she made up for it by passing on lots of tips - which I really should have written down as I won't remember any of them. It would be great if she could be given free reign next time (if she's asked back) as I think her personal style is great.

I agree re. last year's feedback not been acted on. OK, lots of things went wrong but we would have gone away with a better impression if it looked like someone was actually doing something or knew what was going on. It just seemed like there was no one really in charge or knew what was going on -which I'm sure there was. Also, although Heidi has complained about some teachers not handing in their notes in time (which is a fair point), I've yet to see any kind of apology from her. The apologies have all been from Eveline and other people.

[chocolate_ee]

I agree re. last year's feedback not been acted on. OK, lots of things went wrong but we would have gone away with a better impression if it looked like someone was actually doing something or knew what was going on. It just seemed like there was no one really in charge or knew what was going on -which I'm sure there was. Also, although Heidi has complained about some teachers not handing in their notes in time (which is a fair point), I've yet to see any kind of apology from her. The apologies have all been from Eveline and other people.

I agree , good communication doesn't cost a penny !
All I've heard from SAG so far is how everything is everyone else's fault !
The final straw for me was the panic for the bus at the end. I left feeling so stressed . At least Michelle stepped on the bus to say sorry , it hadn't been handled well. A little more of that would have been welcome. We scrappers are a pretty forgiving lot . It wasn't so much that errors were made , it was more that there were so many of them which could have been avoided with better planning. If I ran my business like that, it wouldn't last !